Every time I write about Rayman Legends, it serves as a painful reminder that I’m not playing the game yet. But here’s some good news that should ease that pain: 40 levels from Rayman Origins will be included in Legends.

According to a post on Joystiq, Rayman creator Michel Ancel says that the levels are available immediately. Their completion is not necessary to complete Rayman Legends, and the stages have been updated visually to match the style of Rayman Legends.

That’s not all for new additions. “Kung Foot,” a soccer minigame, will be available and support four local players (five for the Wii U). Characters will be able to jump, kick, punch, and block a soccer ball as they attempt to score goals.

Ancel explained that the game started as a mini-game that was being developed by programmers who had completed their portions of Legends. “Kung Foot,” a soccer minigame, will be available and support four local players (five for the Wii U). Characters will be able to jump, kick, punch, and block a soccer ball as they attempt to score goals.

Perhaps that delay wasn’t so bad after all…

Who am I kidding? I can’t wait much longer to play this game. Rayman Legends will finally be available on September 3rd for Wii U, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PS Vita.